CBBH Photo Challenge: Ancient and Modern

August 20, 2013 by megtraveling

When I was in the south of France this spring I had the opportunity to see Carcassonne. I noticed many contrasts between the old and the new while I was there.

the castle and cars

something historic in a modern candy shop…

wildflowers and an ancient wall

Sightseeing and shopping are also a good combination of ancient and modern.

Be sure to check for more photos here. My two recommended blogs for this month are zoetic * epics and On the Luce.

Sounds of Salzburg

February 10, 2012 by megtraveling

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to get picked from the audience to go on stage and be part of a show? Well, you’re about to find out. It all started on a Sound of Music tour in Salzburg, Austria…

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Handy Travel Tips

November 26, 2011 by megtraveling

Expect to do a lot of walking while on a trip. You will not find ramps, people movers, elevators, or escalators in 500 plus year old castles.

Don’t expect lots of ice in your drinks. You may not get any ice unless you ask. For example: once I did ask, the waiter used tongs to put one ice cube in my drink.

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A Castle in Lisbon

September 7, 2011 by megtraveling

The plan was to take a trolley through the Alfama to the Castle of St. George, but I couldn’t find an empty seat. I then decided to walk up the hill through the Alfama to the castle.